Question

In these lines from “Elegy Written in a Country Churchyard,” which aspects are rooted in the period in which the poem was written, and which would apply to life in any period?

A.The details about farming are rooted in the period, while the theme that hard work brings satisfaction can be applied to any period.
B. People clearing land for farming is rooted in the period, while enjoying one’s time off by playing team sports applies to any period.
C. The idea of people finding joy in their hard work is rooted in the period, but such methods of farming can be applied to any time.
D. Utilizing a team to plow a field is rooted in the period, but using sickles is a modern concept.

Answer 1

C

Explanation:

ABOVE

Answer 2

The aspects that are rooted in the period in which the poem was written, and which would apply to life in any period is 'The idea of people finding joy in their hard work is rooted in the period, but such methods of farming can be applied to any time.' The answer is letter C.